The Old Byre

5.0★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes

Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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29 Customer Reviews

"Really lovely cottage, very well maintained, very clean and comfortable My partner loved location, but a bit too remote for me ."

..I should have looked at map properly!

Reviewed by Helen5.0★Oct 2024
"We had a great week at ‘The Old Byre’; good facilities and very comfortable."

There are some nice walks and within easy driving distance of nearby Falmouth and Truro. A very enjoyable holiday and very nice owners who were always contactable if needed. We can thoroughly recommend it as a holiday destination.

Reviewed by Thomas5.0★Aug 2024
"We had a wonderful 2weeks at The Byre, a lovely property which is comfortable and well equipped."

It’s in an ideal location tucked away in the peace and quiet of the countryside but close to Falmouth, beaches and exploring the Helford River and the coves on the Lizard peninsula. We would definitely return the The Byre.

Reviewed by Kathryn5.0★Jun 2024
"Really enjoyed our stay."

The Byre was exactly what we expected.

Reviewed by Francis D5.0★Jun 2024
"Thank you for a lovely week in The Old Byre."

The accommodation was warm and comfortable and set in beautiful surroundings. The dogs were grateful for the treats (!) and we all enjoyed the many walks from the doorstep. We will hopefully see you next year!

Reviewed by Jessica5.0★Jun 2024
"Lovely clean and comfortable cottage in peaceful surroundings."

Friendly owners and cream tea left on arrival. Fantastic views and friendly sheep.

Reviewed by Lynda5.0★Apr 2024
"A wonderful place, the design and oulay of the build is top class."

Really loved the lounge and kitchen area with those beautiful views. Nice area for walking and the roads are quiet enough to walk into the local villages.

Reviewed by Ken5.0★Dec 2023
"A comfortable, well appointed cottage with some interesting features and so quiet !"

One small thing : non-slip mats in the showers would be a good idea.

Reviewed by Penny5.0★Dec 2023
"We had a lovely week in this gorgeous cottage."

Great location, spotlessly clean and wonderful views. A lovely cream tea awaited us on arrival along with lovely flowers! A great place to stay, we will definitely look to return soon.

Reviewed by Paula5.0★Sep 2023
"We had a week at the Old Byre and it was lovely the moment we walked in the door."

The property was stunning and had all the facilities you would need, great location for exploring Cornwall and the hosts were fantastic! We cannot wait to come back for a second stay

Reviewed by Jennifer5.0★Sep 2023
"This was a beautiful property in a lovely setting which was well appointed."

The hosts were friendly and helpful and made our arrival delightful.

Reviewed by Ian5.0★Aug 2023
"Excellent property, well maintained, great views, lovely location."

Reviewed by Kay5.0★May 2023
"Full marks for this charming and well equipped property which has been finished to a high standard."

Good to know that our hosts were on hand should need have arisen; the cream tea and fresh flowers on arrival were a lovely touch. Would not hesitate to book again.

Reviewed by Judy5.0★Apr 2023
"The Byre is a beautiful property in a stunning location."

It’s also close to lots of lovely places to visit. Beautifully maintained and stocked with all essentials. The fresh flowers and cream tea was a lovely touch. Would definitely return or recommend to anyone visiting Cornwall. Thank you to the owners for making our stay very special.

Reviewed by Danny5.0★Mar 2023
"A fabulous property: well designed and laid out with some beautiful views of the Cornish countryside."

Great location for visiting all of the southern end of Cornwall really easily and very quiet and peaceful - highly recommended.

Reviewed by Richard5.0★Feb 2023
"We all thought The Old Byre is a really lovely holiday property."

Very comfortable and well equipped. Although it is off the main road along little Cornish lanes for a couple of miles, it wasn't a problem at all. We thought the local village pub was such an interesting and historic building and the menu was very good.

Reviewed by June5.0★Sep 2022
"Anazing stay at this property, John and Carol were lovely hosts."

The cottage is decorated to the highest specification....from jaw dropping light fittings to high quality fixtures and fittings. We also enjoyed the cream tea and milk which greeted us on our arrival. Will defo be back....thanks again.

Reviewed by Melanie5.0★Aug 2022
"The Old Byre is beautifully furnished,so very comfortable."

Beautiful views,and lovely hearing and seeing the sheep. The owners are friendly and helpful,but not at all intrusive. Cream tea on arrival was such a welcome,as was the birthday card and flowers later in the week. Plenty of space for myself,my husband,teenage daughter and our little dog. Lovely walks,and so much to do. Beautiful beaches just a 15min drive away. The Old Byre is definitely a 5 star option. Cannot recommend highly enough.

Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Jun 2022
"This was a lovely home from home, everything we could possibly need in beautiful surroundings on a working farm."

The owners made us very welcome and nothing was too much trouble for them when we mentioned a small problem with the door out onto the garden in the one bedroom. They are rightly proud of their farm and happily introduced us to their farm animals. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a quiet, relaxing break with plenty of walking routes directly from the farm.

Reviewed by Irene5.0★Jun 2022
"Everything was perfect."

Carol and John made us feel very welcome and we are looking forward to another holiday there.

Reviewed by Ian5.0★Jun 2022
"Excellent! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."

Thank you

Reviewed by Ruth5.0★Mar 2022
"We absolutely loved our stay at the Old Byre."

It is a little bit of heaven. The Old Byre is beautifully furnished, comfortable with everything that you could need. The setting is amazing looking out onto a field of gorgeous sheep and lambs and across stunning countryside yet very close to beautiful beaches. Carol and John, our hosts were exceptional and welcoming. We have a labrador and the walks are fabulous. We would definitely recommend a stay here.

Reviewed by Christine5.0★Mar 2022
"Had an amazing stay in a great location - the accommodation is superb, with everything you need for some time away."

Thank you

Reviewed by Jane5.0★Feb 2022
"It was a joy to arrive at this lovely house on a wet and cold February evening."

The barn is very comfortable and intelligently designed to make the most of the super views and peaceful location. Lovely walks from the front door but also just a short drive to local gardens and beaches. Friendly hosts were happy to answer questions. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Bernice5.0★Feb 2022
"What a great find for our first Christmas away with friends and our small dog."

The Old Byre is a beautiful cottage located on a working farm. It is finished to a very high standard. Plenty of space for four adults and a small dog. Within easy reach of Falmouth, beaches and other places of interest. The family are on hand if you need anything, friendly and happy to talk about their farm life and rare breed sheep and also recommend places to visit or grab a bite to eat. You won’t be disappointed with a stay at The Old Byre.

Reviewed by Vivienne5.0★Dec 2021
"We recently enjoyed a 3 week stay in the Old Byre."

The cottage is beautifully finished with everything you could possibly need for a short or long stay. The views are stunning and there are plenty of great walks straight from the door, perfect for dog owners. You couldn’t ask for better hosts and we wouldn’t hesitate to strongly recommend a stay.

Reviewed by Hilary5.0★Nov 2021
"The Old Byrne is an amazing holiday home set on a working farm in a beautiful location."

A lot of care has been taken to make the cottage feel homely and comfortable with a touch of luxury! The scones, clotted cream and jam were gratefully received. Would definitely recommend this property and the surrounding area. So much to do and see.

Reviewed by Raymond5.0★Sep 2021
"The cottage is beautiful, freshly decorated and all in perfect conditions."

Very calm and peaceful environment while good positioned to get out and about in the car for nearby location. We loved it and had a great time there.

Reviewed by Debora5.0★Jul 2021
"Wow! We have just returned from The Old Byre after staying there for a week for our honeymoon - Carol, our host, and also her sister were so friendly and went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed to make our stay extra special."

They were even kind enough to leave us with some delicious scones and local clotted cream with jam, and also some milk in the fridge, which was a lovely gesture and very much appreciated! This place is perfect if you are looking for a quiet, secluded location to relax in. We also really enjoyed learning about their rare breed sheep and met their registered ram 'Yorkie Baa'. We would not hesitate to come back for another visit, and we will surely be recommending this place to all our family and friends. If you are thinking of booking then don't hesitate, you won't be disappointed!

Reviewed by David5.0★Jul 2021
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Summary

Reverse-level
Two bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
External utility with washing machine and tumble dryer
Gas central heating with underfloor heating in bathrooms
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for two cars
Enclosed garden with lawn a stones throw from the property
Two well-behaved dogs accepted
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 1.5 miles

The property

Resting on the outskirts of Mawnan Smith is this stunning reverse-level barn conversion, The Old Byre.

is nestled in the grounds of the owner's farm.

Set over two floors, with open-plan living and sleeping up to four guests, The Old Byre is an ideal and scenic setting for your next trip to Cornwall, within easy reach of Falmouth, the Helford River and Flambards Theme Park.

You are welcomed to the property by a well-polished old stable door where you enter into the open-plan living space, with a kitchen certain to entice any budding chefs, you can soon gather round the dining table to enjoy an evening meal, or grab some popcorn and relax in front of the TV.

The middle of the living space is split by stairs, leading down to two stylish bedrooms; one super-king bed with a TV, elephant tapestry and a yellow theme making a homely space to escape to at the end of a long day and one king-size bed with ample storage and a TV so you can make yourself feel right at home, also both these rooms come with a contemporary en-suite shower room so you can freshen up in style.

Outside there is off-road parking for two cars, and an enclosed lawn garden just a short walk across a lane, perfect for your exercising your furry friends.

The pretty little village of Mawnan Smith is located near the mouth of the Helford River in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and is home to a traditional pub, a restaurant, a church and a handful of shops.

The surrounding area is perfect for ramblers, with an abundance of creekside and woodland walks, subtropical gardens at Glendurgan and Trebah, and the opportunity for kayaking, sailing and fishing at The Helford River.

Within driving distance is the maritime town of Falmouth which is a popular resort, with a range of shops and restaurants, bowling alley and the National Maritime Museum, as well as being nearby the beautiful Pendennis Castle and two breathtaking sandy beaches.

Enterprise Boats offer trips up the River Fal from Falmouth to Truro, passing iconic maritime locations and landmarks as well as several ocean-going vessels which anchor in the river, or you can take the ferry from Helford Passage to Helford Village to explore.

Also within driving distance, and for a little holiday thrill, is the Flambards Theme Park with rides, exhibitions and a Victorian village, or the Kernow Adventure Park, ideal for thrill-seekers or lovers of the watersports.

For an unforgettable trip to Cornwall, choose The Old Byre.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref: 1113824, together sleeping up to 6 guests.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

MAWNAN SMITH

Falmouth 6 miles ; Helford Passage 1.5 miles ; Helston 12.5 miles

Located near the mouth of the Helford River in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Mawnan Smith is a pretty little village. It is home to a traditional pub, a restaurant, a church and a handful of shops. The surrounding area is perfect for ramblers, with an abundance of creekside and woodland walks, and subtropical gardens at Glendurgan and Trebah. The Helford River also offers opportunities for kayaking and sailing as well as fishing. The nearby maritime town of Falmouth is a popular resort, with a range of shops and restaurants, bowling alley and the National Maritime Museum…. Or why not catch the ferry from Helford Passage to Helford Village and explore the picturesque South Helford? Enterprise Boats offer trips up the River Fal from Falmouth to Truro, passing iconic maritime locations and landmarks as well as several ocean-going vessels which anchor in the river.

Note: Please keep your dog on a lead when walking to and from the property, especially in nearby fields.

The Old Byre

Mawnan Smith, Cornwall Show on map

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Reviews & Ratings

"Really lovely cottage, very well maintained, very clean and comfortable My partner loved location, but a bit too remote for me ."

"We had a great week at ‘The Old Byre’; good facilities and very comfortable."

"We had a wonderful 2weeks at The Byre, a lovely property which is comfortable and well equipped."

"Really enjoyed our stay."

"Thank you for a lovely week in The Old Byre."

"Lovely clean and comfortable cottage in peaceful surroundings."

"A wonderful place, the design and oulay of the build is top class."

"A comfortable, well appointed cottage with some interesting features and so quiet !"

"We had a lovely week in this gorgeous cottage."

"We had a week at the Old Byre and it was lovely the moment we walked in the door."

"This was a beautiful property in a lovely setting which was well appointed."

"Excellent property, well maintained, great views, lovely location."

"Full marks for this charming and well equipped property which has been finished to a high standard."

"The Byre is a beautiful property in a stunning location."

"A fabulous property: well designed and laid out with some beautiful views of the Cornish countryside."

"We all thought The Old Byre is a really lovely holiday property."

"Anazing stay at this property, John and Carol were lovely hosts."

"The Old Byre is beautifully furnished,so very comfortable."

"This was a lovely home from home, everything we could possibly need in beautiful surroundings on a working farm."

"Everything was perfect."

"Excellent! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."

"We absolutely loved our stay at the Old Byre."

"Had an amazing stay in a great location - the accommodation is superb, with everything you need for some time away."

"It was a joy to arrive at this lovely house on a wet and cold February evening."

"What a great find for our first Christmas away with friends and our small dog."

"We recently enjoyed a 3 week stay in the Old Byre."

"The Old Byrne is an amazing holiday home set on a working farm in a beautiful location."

"The cottage is beautiful, freshly decorated and all in perfect conditions."

"Wow! We have just returned from The Old Byre after staying there for a week for our honeymoon - Carol, our host, and also her sister were so friendly and went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed to make our stay extra special."

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MAWNAN SMITH

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Reviews & Ratings

"Really lovely cottage, very well maintained, very clean and comfortable My partner loved location, but a bit too remote for me ."

"We had a great week at ‘The Old Byre’; good facilities and very comfortable."

"We had a wonderful 2weeks at The Byre, a lovely property which is comfortable and well equipped."

"Really enjoyed our stay."

"Thank you for a lovely week in The Old Byre."

"Lovely clean and comfortable cottage in peaceful surroundings."

"A wonderful place, the design and oulay of the build is top class."

"A comfortable, well appointed cottage with some interesting features and so quiet !"

"We had a lovely week in this gorgeous cottage."

"We had a week at the Old Byre and it was lovely the moment we walked in the door."

"This was a beautiful property in a lovely setting which was well appointed."

"Excellent property, well maintained, great views, lovely location."

"Full marks for this charming and well equipped property which has been finished to a high standard."

"The Byre is a beautiful property in a stunning location."

"A fabulous property: well designed and laid out with some beautiful views of the Cornish countryside."

"We all thought The Old Byre is a really lovely holiday property."

"Anazing stay at this property, John and Carol were lovely hosts."

"The Old Byre is beautifully furnished,so very comfortable."

"This was a lovely home from home, everything we could possibly need in beautiful surroundings on a working farm."

"Everything was perfect."

"Excellent! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."

"We absolutely loved our stay at the Old Byre."

"Had an amazing stay in a great location - the accommodation is superb, with everything you need for some time away."

"It was a joy to arrive at this lovely house on a wet and cold February evening."

"What a great find for our first Christmas away with friends and our small dog."

"We recently enjoyed a 3 week stay in the Old Byre."

"The Old Byrne is an amazing holiday home set on a working farm in a beautiful location."

"The cottage is beautiful, freshly decorated and all in perfect conditions."

"Wow! We have just returned from The Old Byre after staying there for a week for our honeymoon - Carol, our host, and also her sister were so friendly and went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed to make our stay extra special."

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About the location

MAWNAN SMITH